Nitrofurantoin

In women or fetuses with G6PD deficiency, the breakdown of red blood cells

G6PD = deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase.

Doctors do not give nitrofurantoin to people whose kidneys are not functioning well.

Use of Nitrofurantoin During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nitrofurantoin is not given to pregnant women when delivery is near nor during labor or delivery because at this time, it can damage and destroy red blood cells in newborns, resulting in hemolytic anemia.

Nitrofurantoin should not be taken during the first month of breastfeeding.

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